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SATs

The everyday name in England for the national curriculum tests at the end of Key Stage 2 (Year 6) in English reading, grammar punctuation and spelling, and maths. Officially they are the KS2 national curriculum tests. Not the same as the US SAT college admission test.

Also called
Standard Assessment Tests (informal)
Used in
England
Topic
Assessment

Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.

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Key Stage 2 (KS2) England Northern Ireland
In England, Years 3 to 6 (ages 7 to 11), ending with the KS2 national curriculum tests. In Northern Ireland, Primary 5 to 7.
Scaled score England
A score on the KS2 tests converted from the raw mark so that results can be compared across years. Scores run from 80 to 120 and 100 or more means the expected standard was met.
Standards and Testing Agency (STA) England
The executive agency of the Department for Education responsible for developing and delivering statutory assessments in England, such as the KS2 tests.
Single-academy trust (SAT) England
An academy trust that runs just one academy.

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